This occupation employs 313,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 331,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 17,200 jobs (+5.5%).
There are 23,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 1720 jobs created from growth and 21,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 9,100 people are expected to retire and 12,200 are expected to switch occupations.